Bait guide
Large sandeel, shown as a reference image for sandeel bait

Fish bait

Sandeel

A slim fish bait that can be presented whole or as a strip. Frozen bait is delicate after thawing, so handle gently and keep it cool.

BassPollackFlatfish

Best over: Sand, Mixed

Photo: Peter van der Sluijs · CC BY-SA 3.0

How to mount it

1231 Feed onto shank2 Anchor bait3 Leave point clear

General presentation illustration. Bait shape and hook placement vary with hook size and bait condition.

  1. 1Select a bait size that matches the hook and intended presentation.
  2. 2For a whole sandeel, gently thread the hook through the mouth and along the body.
  3. 3Bring the hook point out through the side so the bait lies straight.
  4. 4Secure delicate bait with a few loose turns of bait elastic, leaving the point exposed.